Interaction effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and regional deprivation on self-rated health: a cross-sectional study.

Background: Recent studies have attempted to analyze the changes in self-rated health (SRH) during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. However, the results have been inconsistent. Notably, SRH is subjective, and responses may vary across and within countries because of sociocultural differences.

Association Between the Average Number of In-Network Hospitals and Medical Counseling for Cognitive Impairment in South Korea.

Objectives: Mild cognitive impairment, a pressing concern in the face of a rapidly growing global older adult population, necessitates effective management strategies focused on sustained symptom relief and preventing deterioration. Community Dementia Care Centers, in partnership with in-network hospitals, aim to provide support for preventing mild cognitive impairment and dementia. Medical counseling, influenced by in-network hospitals, is crucial for tailoring interventions to the cognitive abilities and specific needs of each older adult, protecting against dementia.

Socioeconomic Status and Dementia Risk Among Intensive Care Unit Survivors: Using National Health Insurance Cohort in Korea.

Background: In aging populations, more elderly patients are going to the intensive care unit (ICU) and surviving. However, the specific factors influencing the occurrence of post-intensive care syndrome in the elderly remain uncertain.

Objective: To investigate the association between socioeconomic status (SES) and risk of developing dementia within two years following critical care.